• The righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, continued:
    • Point 1: Murder and the law (Matthew 5:21-26)
      • Jesus looks at the roots of murder.
      • Anger, contempt, hatred – murder’s mileposts (I John 3:15)
      • These are attitudes, under our control.
      • Don’t let it fester. (Ephesians 4:26-27)
        • So important, make it right before worshiping.
        • What did God say about sacrifice?
      • Worship not acceptable with the wrong attitude.
      • Don’t let legal adversity linger – get it resolved quickly.
    • Point 2: Adultery and the law (Matthew 5:27-30)
      • Where does adultery begin?
      • Don’t go there.
      • Do whatever it takes not to go there.
    • Point 2 ½: Marriage and divorce (Matthew 5:31-32; Genesis 2:18-25)
      • Adultery was considered very bad.
      • Divorce (other than for fornication) just as bad (Matthew 19:3-9)